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This role is predominantly home-based with regular travel to locations across the UK. Office facilities are available at our Newark office (Tuesdays to Thursdays) for those within easy travelling distance. Permanent, Full Time (35 hours per week) Closing Date for applications is 23 rd April 2026 First Interview: 6 th and 7 th May Second interview: TBC About us The Wildlife Trusts are a grassroots movement of people from a wide range of backgrounds and all walks of life, who believe that we need nature and nature needs us. We have more than 945,000 members, over 33,000 volunteers, 4,100 staff and 600 trustees. There are 46 individual Wildlife Trusts, each of which is a place-based independent charity with its own legal identity, formed by groups of people getting together and working with others to make a positive difference to wildlife and future generations, starting where they live and work. Every Wildlife Trust is part of The Wildlife Trusts federation and a corporate member of the Royal Society of Wildlife Trusts, a registered charity in its own right founded in 1912 and one of the founding members of IUCN the International Union for the Conservation of Nature. Taken together this federation of 47 charities is known as The Wildlife Trusts. The next few years will be critical in determining what kind of world we all live in. We need to urgently reverse the loss of wildlife and put nature into recovery at scale if we are to prevent climate and ecological disaster. We recognise that this will require big, bold changes in the way The Wildlife Trusts work, not least in how we mobilise others and support them to organise within their own communities. About you Are you a visionary leader in green finance, driven to shape nature markets that deliver natures recovery in the UK? Were looking for a senior leader in green finance and nature markets to drive the strategic development and delivery of all aspects of green finance across The Wildlife Trusts federation, ensuring our approach is ambitious, coherent, and aligned with our 2030 strategy - Bringing Nature Back. Drawing on your strong business acumen, you will build a robust pipeline of commercial nature products to meet growing buyer demand, such as habitat banks for Englands Biodiversity Net Gain market, or nature-based carbon projects for the voluntary carbon market. An innovative problem-solver with an entrepreneurial spirit, you will help embed the systems, processes, and resources needed to strengthen our green finance capability, manage commercial risks, and improve efficiency across the federation. It is essential that you have strong relationship-building and line management experience to grow our national Green Finance team, and establish new and long-lasting relationships with colleagues across the federation, external partners and stakeholders. A core part of the role is to grow The Wildlife Trusts national function as a trusted broker for high integrity nature market products delivered by local Trusts. Using your strategic commercial skills, you will also lead the development of new opportunities for large scale investment, designing the mechanisms through which investment can be deployed and ensuring these approaches work for both national and local priorities. You will champion innovation in green finance, supporting pioneering work in nationally significant landscapes, such as the Rothbury Estate, while helping position The Wildlife Trusts at the forefront of nature market development. Acting as a national thought leader, you will represent the organisation across the conservation, government, finance, and business sectors - advocating for the role of green finance in delivering transformational impact for nature. The Wildlife Trusts value passion, respect, trust, integrity, pragmatic activism and strength in diversity. Whilst we are passionate in promoting our aims, we are not judgmental and are inclusive. We particularly encourage applications from people who are underrepresented within our sector, including people from minority backgrounds and people with disabilities. We are committed to creating a movement that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities. RSWT take our Safeguarding responsibilities extremely seriously. Please click here to read our commitment statement. The Royal Society of Wildlife Trusts is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. For applicable roles, applicants must be willing to undergo checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service checks at the eligible level. RSWT are committed to increasing the diversity of its staff through its Levelling the Field recruitment pledge and, as a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming recruitment experience for all applicants. Applicants with disabilities and from ethnic minority backgrounds, will be considered for the next stage of the selection process should they meet all the minimum criteria for the role outlined in the person specification detailed as essential criteria in the recruitment pack. As part of our Disability Confident Scheme, RSWT offers an interview to a fair and proportionate number of applicants with disabilities and therefore not all applicants with disabilities would be entitled to an interview as they must still satisfy the minimum requirements for the job. This commitment is designed to help reduce barriers and promote equal opportunity. We actively work to remove barriers throughout the recruitment journey and are dedicated to creating an accessible and supportive recruitment experience by offering reasonable adjustments at every stage of the recruitment process, as well as within the workplace. If you would benefit from any adjustments to support you during your application or interview process, please let us know and we will be pleased to put the appropriate support in place. At RSWT, we are committed to creating a safe environment where discrimination, bullying, and harassment are not tolerated. We expect everyone to uphold, respect, and support our zero-tolerance policy. Please be aware we may not accept applications if we have reason to believe they have been wholly produced using generative AI tools. TPBN1_UKTJ

To see more Chinese jobs please follow us on WeChat: teamchinapf AND pfteamchina 23344 Job Title - Mandarin speaking AVP RM NBFI – Relationship Manager – Non-Banking Financial Institutions The Skills You'll Need: Fluent Mandarin, relevant Banking/Asset Management RM experience, ideally NBFI, and credit analysis knowledge Your New Salary: Highly competitive + bonus + benefits Hybrid 4+1 after the first 1-2 months Perm Start: ASAP Working hours: 9-5 with flexibility Mandarin speaking AVP RM NBFI - What You'll be Doing: Develop sustainable, long-term, mutually beneficial multi-product business relationships with Financial Institutions clients, with a core focus on Sovereign Entities (Sovereign Wealth Funds, Sovereign Institutions) and Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) across EMEA, Central Asia and China. Drive prudent, sustainable business growth by leveraging the global product suite and cross-border capabilities for this high-priority client segment. A specialist Relationship Manager for Sovereign Entities and MDBs within the NBFI team, responsible for end-to-end development, management, and growth of business relationships with these clients. The role acts as the primary client contact and first line of defence for all regulatory and due diligence requirements for Sovereign & MDB clients Competence & Capability • Previous experience in corporate or institutional client marketing, client relationship management, and inherent risk management, ideally within large global financial institutions., • A good understanding of credit analysis and processes is essential. Knowledge of financial markets and transaction banking products and services is also important., • Highly motivated and target-driven, with a proven track record. Essential Responsibilities: • Assist the Head of NBFI team and FI colleagues in developing institutional client origination and business development strategies aimed at achieving prudent and sustainable business growth for the Bank., • Proactively manage a portfolio of existing NBFI client relationships, focusing on cross-selling products and services., • Originate and onboard new NBFI clients, ensuring compliance with Customer Due Diligence, Regulatory, and Legal requirements throughout the pre-closing, closing, and post-lending monitoring processes. Serve as the First Line of Defence., • Coordinate with internal business departments and product managers to deliver high-quality service and product coverage to FI clients., • Collaborate closely with FI Head Office and overseas branches to enhance the growth of London Branch’s FI client base., • Utilize credit and business proposal writing, presentation, and review skills to manage client relationships through the full product cycle, including onboarding and documentation., • Perform ad-hoc duties and prepare reports as required. Ensure compliance with local jurisdiction regulatory and legal requirements, as well as adherence to Policies and Procedures in all client marketing activities., • Additionally, undertake any additional duties within capacity as necessary to meet the needs of the bank’s business Mandarin speaking AVP RM NBFI - The Skills You'll Need to Succeed: • A graduate, preferably in Business Finance or Economics. A Master's degree or higher in Business Finance/Science or equivalent banking certification is desirable, • Demonstrated skills in Relationship Management and institutional client marketing, • Previous experience in Credit analysis., • Relevant experience in AML/KYC/CDD, either in Client Onboarding, Periodic Reviews, or remediation projects., • Strong communication skills, interpersonal skills and fluent in English and Mandarin., • Collegiate approach to working with internal business partners, particularly the Product Managers, Overseas Branches, Head Office and the London enablement teams such as Credit, Risk Management, On-boarding, Legal and Compliance., • Experienced RM with an ethical, professional and collaborative team approach to client centric service., • Marketing/sales, negotiation and commercial awareness. 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Senior Quantity Surveyor Certain Advantage are hiring for a Senior Quantity Surveyor based either in London, Birmingham or Manchester. This role is on a permanent basis with some national travel required. MEP experience within data centre projects is essential for this position. The company: We’re working with a business that’s a global consulting and project management firm specialising in real estate, infrastructure, and construction. It helps clients plan, design, and deliver complex buildings and urban developments from early feasibility studies all the way through to completion and operation. The company is known for combining engineering expertise with sustainability and digital innovation. It often works on large-scale projects like corporate headquarters, hospitals, airports, and smart city developments, ensuring they’re efficient, environmentally responsible, and future ready. Your responsibilities: Take ownership of pre- and post-contract services across multiple projects Provide expert commercial and financial guidance to clients Prepare Bills of Quantities (BoQs), tender documentation, and feasibility studies Oversee procurement, contract administration, valuations, and payments Maximise cost efficiency and project profitability Manage claims, resolve disputes, and support successful outcomes Collaborate with internal teams to deliver excellence and grow the business The individual: Main Contractor experience Proven experience in both pre- and post-contract stages Strong negotiation and communication skills Commercial awareness with a strategic mindset A proactive, results-driven approach and ability to lead A collaborative attitude and professional presence Does this sound like your next career move? Apply today. Working with Certain Advantage We go the extra mile to find the best people for the job. If you’re hunting for a role where you can make an impact and grow your career, we’ll work with you to find it. We work with businesses across the UK to find the best people in Finance, Marketing, IT and Engineering. If this job isn’t for you, head to (url removed) and register for job alerts and career guidance tips

Fixed Term Contract from August 2026 (Maternity Cover) Kingston College is seeking a Head of School – Creative Industries to lead the strategic development and operational management of the School’s curriculum in line with College objectives and performance targets. In this specific role, this means a high quality curriculum that is connected to the local and regional needs of the community the College serves. You will be a member of the Curriculum Management Team(CMT)reporting directly to the Principal. Reporting into the Principal’s Group on budget planning, monitoring and intervention, you will work closely with STCG Directors of Quality, Student Support Services & External Relations, HR, Finance and MIS. A critical role for the Head of is to be able to identify and evaluate the strengths and the areas for improvement and to translate this into operating plans with clear actions and targets to be met over a defined period of time. You will monitor these closely with the School Management Group (SMG) and report on progress at College CMT which will feed into the College annual operating plan. As Head of School, you will supervise and support the work of the Heads of Section, including Deputy and Team Leaders forming a School Management Group who are responsible and accountable for the key priorities of the College and School as described and monitored in the annual quality improvement plan. We would like our Head of School to hold a degree or appropriate professional qualifications in an area relevant to the work in the School, hold a teaching qualification (or willing to work towards) and have substantial relevant teaching experience and excellent teaching skills. You will have demonstrable leadership and management skills in the context of curriculum and staff management with experience of leading and working within teams and the ability to identify training and development needs for both teaching and support teams. You will have sound knowledge of the curriculum offered in the School and a firm grasp of current and impending changes to the curriculum with a good understanding of the process of curriculum development, accreditation and validation. With a sound understanding of the Government skills strategy with clear actions in response to Local Skills Improvement Plans, you will have strong knowledge of student demand and needs and how these influence the School’s provision. With a thorough understanding of quality assurance and improvement processes and how these can be used to improve the learner experience, you will have a successful track record of leading change with a sound knowledge of the funding mechanisms management and how these affect the School’s provision. Closing date for the return of completed applications is 9th April 2026. The benefits package includes generous annual leave of 37 days plus up to 8 additional days over Christmas/New Year as well as an additional 5 days Wellbeing leave to enhance employees’ physical and mental health. There is an excellent pension scheme that receives a significant financial contribution from the employer (Teachers Pensions or Local Government Pension Scheme), subsidised sports facilities and professional development and training plus a salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme. As outlined in the Public Sector Equality Duty of the Equality Act 2010, we are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. As part of our due diligence checks on prospective employees, successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, an online search and proof of eligibility to work in the UK. The South Thames Colleges Group is made up of Carshalton College, Kingston College, Merton College and South Thames College, which merged on 1 August 2017. South Thames Colleges Group is one of London’s largest providers of post-16 education and training and is an ongoing and significant contributor to its local communities. We aim to put students’ success at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for hard-working and collaborative people who can join our team and help challenge our students to progress and achieve